Scientific name: Echium
russicum
It is a remarkable
species, with unique flowers for its genus. From July until August, we can
admire the shiny-purple flowers which appear from a basal rosette of hairy
leaves. The great number of flowers makes for an impressive view, while the
spear-shaped leaves abundantly decorate the stems in bloom.
It prefers hayfields or
semi-dry areas as habitat, but can also be found in orchards, bushes. It
blossoms in June and July.
Where
can be found:
Cheile Turzii
(SiteCode ROSCI0035)